The second portion of our vacation in Oregon found us taking a wonderful trip over to Sunriver Resort! We went with my family, spending 4 nights at our family home, relaxing and enjoying each others company. It was a great time for us to feel like we actually "got away," particularly for Brant, who has been doing nothing but working like a dog, with his seminar studies and his 3 part-time jobs. Maddie and Ellie had nothing but pure fun, squealing with delight whenever they were together (which was every waking moment). It is always such a joy to watch them play and get along so well. The weather was crummy, as far as Sunriver weather goes, but it didn't stop us from having a great time! Sunriver always provides for a wonderful escape for each of us, away from the norms of everyday life, along with fond memories of going there throughout our lives.
We didn't take the girls ice skating, but they enjoyed watching other people skate.
Grandma Kris and Ellie took a train ride around the shopping mall. Maddie was going to take a ride later, but she forgot, *so we did too!* :)
One afternoon, my sister, Brant, the kids and I went over to the Lodge to take a peek at the gingerbread houses they had on display. I think us "big kids" enjoyed it more than the little ones, but it made for a nice outing all the same. There were some pretty impressive houses! This first one is taking from the movie, "Up," and won first prize.
Snoopy's Doghouse was another fun one.
Another impressive display of a resort.
Ellie and Maddie in front of the "In N Out" display. Fitting, seeing as we are living in the land of In N Out.
And like all good parents do, we put all of our kids together for a cousin shot. I'm including a few, just for good measure! Trust me, I took far more than I am posting on here!
Just some big sisters lovin' on their little brothers...
We bought Geoffrey's outfit when we found out we were having a boy (this was our going home from the hospital outfit). After we brought it home, we realized that Brant has a shirt almost identical to Geoffrey's. Had to take a picture! :)
Ellie, loving on Uncle Brant and cousin Geoffrey. Love this.
Our little family - four of us! Crazy to think about, but loving every minute of it.
We didn't take the girls ice skating, but they enjoyed watching other people skate.
Grandma Kris and Ellie took a train ride around the shopping mall. Maddie was going to take a ride later, but she forgot, *so we did too!* :)
One afternoon, my sister, Brant, the kids and I went over to the Lodge to take a peek at the gingerbread houses they had on display. I think us "big kids" enjoyed it more than the little ones, but it made for a nice outing all the same. There were some pretty impressive houses! This first one is taking from the movie, "Up," and won first prize.
Snoopy's Doghouse was another fun one. 
Another impressive display of a resort.
Ellie and Maddie in front of the "In N Out" display. Fitting, seeing as we are living in the land of In N Out.
And like all good parents do, we put all of our kids together for a cousin shot. I'm including a few, just for good measure! Trust me, I took far more than I am posting on here!
Just some big sisters lovin' on their little brothers...
We bought Geoffrey's outfit when we found out we were having a boy (this was our going home from the hospital outfit). After we brought it home, we realized that Brant has a shirt almost identical to Geoffrey's. Had to take a picture! :)
Ellie, loving on Uncle Brant and cousin Geoffrey. Love this.
Our little family - four of us! Crazy to think about, but loving every minute of it.
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